A breathtaking Dark Opal, expertly cut from a nobby discovered at the T-Bone field in Lightning Ridge.⁠ Curious to see the journey from rough to gem? Watch our YouTube video: 'Miner Parts with a 20-Year-Old Piece of Rough Opal Treasure - I Cut It! ⁠ 4.56ct dark opal 14.3×12.6×4.2mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/dark-opal/4-56-ct-dark-opal-14-3x12-6x4-2mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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A breathtaking Dark Opal, expertly cut from a nobby discovered at the T-Bone field in Lightning Ridge.⁠ Curious to see the journey from rough to gem? Watch our YouTube video: 'Miner Parts with a 20-Year-Old Piece of Rough Opal Treasure - I Cut It! ⁠ 4.56ct dark opal 14.3×12.6×4.2mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/dark-opal/4-56-ct-dark-opal-14-3x12-6x4-2mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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A stunning new black crystal opal from the Allowah field in Lightning Ridge. So vivid and so colorful, ablaze with fiery orange and gold rolling across the face of the gem. It would sit beautifully in a pendant or make a gorgeous statement ring ✨️ 2.47ct gem black crystal opal 12x6.2x4.2mm https://blackopaldirect.com/products/2-47-ct-gem-black-crystal-opal-12x6-2x4-2mm | Black Opal Direct
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A stunning new black crystal opal from the Allowah field in Lightning Ridge. So vivid and so colorful, ablaze with fiery orange and gold rolling across the face of the gem. It would sit beautifully in a pendant or make a gorgeous statement ring ✨️ 2.47ct gem black crystal opal 12x6.2x4.2mm https://blackopaldirect.com/products/2-47-ct-gem-black-crystal-opal-12x6-2x4-2mm | Black Opal Direct
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Another incredible Lightning Ridge black opal with vivid play of color across the face of the gem. Showcasing green, orange and gold in a gorgeous flagstone pattern. 0.82ct gem black opal 7.9x6.4x2.5mm https://blackopaldirect.com/products/0-82-ct-gem-black-opal-7-9x6-4x2-5mm | Black Opal Direct
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Another incredible Lightning Ridge black opal with vivid play of color across the face of the gem. Showcasing green, orange and gold in a gorgeous flagstone pattern. 0.82ct gem black opal 7.9x6.4x2.5mm https://blackopaldirect.com/products/0-82-ct-gem-black-opal-7-9x6-4x2-5mm | Black Opal Direct
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An epic black opal from the 8 Mile in Lightning Ridge. It has exceptionally beautiful play of color dancing through the myriad of patterns, let’s call them out. * Flagstone Pattern * Chaff Pattern * Pinfire Pattern * Floral Pattern * Broadflash Pattern 8.86ct gem black opal 18.5x11x6mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/black-opal/8-86-ct-gem-black-opal-18-5x11x6mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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An epic black opal from the 8 Mile in Lightning Ridge. It has exceptionally beautiful play of color dancing through the myriad of patterns, let’s call them out. * Flagstone Pattern * Chaff Pattern * Pinfire Pattern * Floral Pattern * Broadflash Pattern 8.86ct gem black opal 18.5x11x6mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/black-opal/8-86-ct-gem-black-opal-18-5x11x6mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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Another epic Lightning Ridge Black Opal ⚡️ This one certainly doesn’t disappoint — not only are the colors vibrant (B5 anyone?), but the patterns are abundant! • Pinfire Pattern • Script Pattern • Broadflash Pattern • Chaff Pattern • Flagstone Pattern 4.68 ct gem black opal 12.3x11x5.6mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/black-opal/4-68-ct-gem-black-opal-12-3x11x5-6mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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Another epic Lightning Ridge Black Opal ⚡️ This one certainly doesn’t disappoint — not only are the colors vibrant (B5 anyone?), but the patterns are abundant! • Pinfire Pattern • Script Pattern • Broadflash Pattern • Chaff Pattern • Flagstone Pattern 4.68 ct gem black opal 12.3x11x5.6mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/black-opal/4-68-ct-gem-black-opal-12-3x11x5-6mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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What epic seam opal can produce! A stunning Lightning Ridge Black Opal with the most beautiful example of ribbon pattern in an opal. The fiery orange and gold against the electric blue and green is truly spectacular! 🌈✨️ 5.48ct gem black opal 17x11.4x4.2mm https://blackopaldirect.com/products/5-48-ct-gem-black-opal-17x11-4x4-2mm | Black Opal Direct
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What epic seam opal can produce! A stunning Lightning Ridge Black Opal with the most beautiful example of ribbon pattern in an opal. The fiery orange and gold against the electric blue and green is truly spectacular! 🌈✨️ 5.48ct gem black opal 17x11.4x4.2mm https://blackopaldirect.com/products/5-48-ct-gem-black-opal-17x11-4x4-2mm | Black Opal Direct
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Unbelievable cut from this rough opal. Check out the video on YouTube https://youtu.be/__kEWJ3BF4M?si=fJvDbsU2dHnyP1ZK | Black Opal Direct
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Unbelievable cut from this rough opal. Check out the video on YouTube https://youtu.be/__kEWJ3BF4M?si=fJvDbsU2dHnyP1ZK | Black Opal Direct
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This one might be under a carat, but it certainly packs a punch! A true collector's Lightning Ridge black opal—with that incredible red and electric play of rainbow colors. A perfect gemstone to adorn your hand or keep as a treasure. 0.77ct gem black opal 6.7x5.6x3.2mm https://blackopaldirect.com/products/0-77-ct-gem-black-opal-6-7x5-6x3-2mm | Black Opal Direct
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The star of our latest opal cutting video ⭐️ (If you haven't watched it, head over to our YouTube channel, link in bio.) This is what crystal opal dreams are made of — an incredible play of vivid 3D colors through gorgeous flagstone and floral patterns. 7.04 ct gem crystal opal 16.3x12x5.6mm https://blackopaldirect.com/products/7-04-ct-gem-crystal-opal-16-3x12x5-6mm ———————————————⁠ ⁠ Heading to Tucson for the Gem Show?⁠ Find us at the GJX Show Feb 2 - Feb 7 — Main Tent at booth #714.⁠ ⁠ Hit the
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Every time I make a video cutting opal people say I cut too much off 🤣 #opal | Black Opal Direct
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If you haven’t seen the full video click here. One of the best cuts this year https://youtu.be/wrXO4nVL7WQ | Black Opal Direct
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Introducing ‘Mastering the Art of Opal Cutting’ by Justin Thomas This in-depth opal cutting course is designed for beginners and those advanced cutters who want to refine their knowledge and skills. Whatever level of expertise, there is something for you. Serious skills, decades of experience, and no gatekeeping — start your opal cutting journey today! Click the link to explore — mastertheartofopalcutting.mykajabi.com | Black Opal Direct
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The colour in this rough Opal is incredible - The cut is outstanding!
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Check out the newest YouTube video that just went live! Here’s what happened to the off cut that didn’t make the video! | Black Opal Direct
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Every great cutter started somewhere — is this where you start? Learn how to cut opal with confidence, master your tools, and bring out the best in your gems. Sign up to the course in our bio 💎 | Black Opal Direct
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I cut this rough white opal into a dazzling gem
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Watch this beauty come to life in our latest video on the Black Opal Direct YouTube Channel 💙 https://blackopaldirect.com/blog/clean-skin-nobby/ 3.16ct Black Crystal Opal 1.4×8.4x6mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/black-opals/3-16-ct-black-crystal-opal-1-4x8-4x6mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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This has to be one of the best Lightning Ridge Black Opals to grace our inventory of spectacular opals! What do you think? 21.47ct gem black opal https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/black-opal/21-56-ct-gem-black-opal-22-4x18-9x7-4mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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This rough opal looks good so I polished it
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Uncut nobby roughing special LIVE with a close look at Dwayne the rock
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After 60 years of searching, I have finally found the ultimate Black Opal! | Black Opal Direct
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Should I cut this gem? | Black Opal Direct
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Another high-dome beauty, this time a vibrant Crystal Opal ✨️ It showcases an exquisite blend of flagstone and chaff patterns in green and gold, rolling throughout its vivid, crystal-clear dome. 2.67ct crystal opal 9.7x8x5.4mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/crystal-opal/2-67-ct-crystal-opal-9-7x8x5-4mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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A sensational double-sided Crystal Opal — each side as stunning as the other. Beautiful Flagstone and Chaff patterns with mesmerizing play-of-color and brightness.⁠ 6.95ct gem crystal opal 15.9×9.7×7.3mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/crystal-opal/6-95-ct-gem-crystal-opal-15-9x9-7x7-3mm/ ———————————————⁠ ⁠ Heading to Tucson for the Gem Show?⁠ See us at the GJX Show Feb 3 - Feb 8 — Main Tent, in our new booth #714.⁠ ⁠ https://blackopaldirect.com/tucson-gem-show/ ⁠ ——————————————— | Blac
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This incredible black opal packs a punch with every turn! Bright flashes of orange and vibrant green rolling across the face of the exceptionally high dome create a vivid dance of colors and patterns. 3.36ct black opal 10.1×7.9×6.5mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/black-opal/3-36-ct-black-opal-10-1x7-9x6-5mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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. ⭐️ Tucson Showcase ⭐️ This exceptionally bright and colorful Andamooka Crystal Opal has a mesmerizing 3D play of color that dazzles the senses. ⚡️ Blasts of fiery orange and gold against the cool green, purple, and blue work in perfect harmony. 🌈⁠ ⁠ 7.05ct gem crystal opal 19.1x14x3.9mm ———————————————⁠ ⁠ Heading to Tucson for the Gem Show?⁠ Find us at the GJX Show Feb 2 - Feb 7 — Main Tent at booth #714.⁠ ⁠ Hit the link in our bio for more info⁠ ⁠ ———————————————⁠ https://blackopaldirect.com
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Something a little different from our usual oval shapes — a gorgeous soft triangle black opal. Beaming with a full spectrum of vivid colors with every turn of the gem. 🌈✨️ 1.93ct black opal 11×7.5×3.7mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/black-opal/1-93-ct-black-opal-11x7-5x3-7mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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Opal Mining with Sebastian in Lightning Ridge, by Black Opal Direct
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An epic gem Crystal Opal bursting with color, sitting at vivid (B5)—the highest ranking on the brightness scale. Now let's talk about its patterns! Flagstone ✔️ Floral ✔️ Cloverleaf ✔️ Chaff ✔️ 3.24ct gem crystal opal 13.3×10.7×3.6mm https://blackopaldirect.com/product/opal/crystal-opal/3-24-ct-gem-crystal-opal-13-3x10-7x3-6mm/ | Black Opal Direct
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Watch an opal go through its life and transform from out of the ground to you www.blackopaldirect.com | Black Opal Direct
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